Kia Sportage PHEV AWD vs Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 7.5 s Runner-up: 8.2 s
Range winner Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 70 km Runner-up: 55 km
Power winner Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 265 hp Runner-up: 225 hp
Cargo winner Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 540 L Runner-up: 460 L
Price winner Kia Sportage PHEV AWD $39,990 Runner-up: $41,800

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD against the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use plug-in hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.5 seconds, compared with 8.2 seconds for 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the higher listed output at 265 hp; 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 is rated at 225 hp, a difference of 40 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 at 360 Nm and 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD at 350 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD carries the longer listed range at 70 km, against 55 km for 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225. 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has the lower recorded consumption at 1.5 L/100km; 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD is listed at 1.6 L/100km. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 50 kW, compared with 24 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 540 litres versus 460 litres, a difference of 80 litres. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD carries the higher towing rating at 1,350 kg, while 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 is listed at 1,250 kg. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD is 15 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the lower listed starting price at $39,990, compared with $41,800 for 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Kia Sportage PHEV AWD2026 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 2252025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.2 s7.5 s
Top Speed180 km/h225 km/h
Power265 hp225 hp
Torque350 Nm360 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range70 km55 km
Battery13.8 kWh13.2 kWh
Fuel Tank54 L43 L
Efficiency1.6 L/100km1.5 L/100km
CO2 Emissions36 g/km33 g/km
DC Charging50 kW24 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,515 mm4,500 mm
Ground Clearance178 mm190 mm
Cargo540 L460 L
Curb Weight1,870 kg1,830 kg
Towing1,350 kg1,250 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.6 m11.3 m
Starting MSRP$39,990$41,800

Kia Sportage PHEV AWD vs Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.5 seconds, versus 8.2 seconds for 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has the higher listed top speed at 225 km/h (140 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has more power at 265 hp, a 40 hp advantage over 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225.

Which has more range, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the longer listed range at 70 km (43 miles), versus 55 km (34 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the larger listed battery at 13.8 kWh, compared with 13.2 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has more listed cargo space at 540 litres (19.1 cu ft), versus 460 litres (16.2 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,350 kg (2,976 lb), compared with 1,250 kg (2,756 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD is heavier at 1,870 kg (4,123 lb), while 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 is listed at 1,830 kg (4,034 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $39,990 USD, compared with $41,800 USD for 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.